Q: Can a landlord stop me from moving my camper and storage building.
I own my camper and storage building I only rent the land. Been here for 2 years, he gave me a 30 day notice to vacate. I'm on a fixed income and have not been able to find anything yet but still trying every day. He has not filed an eviction yet. I got a text message stating that they were going to turn off the power in two days but it has been paid up front already for the amount of $410 and I was also told that I cannot remove my property after the two days are up I don't think this is legal as I own the camper and building.
A:
In Alabama, if you own your camper and storage building and are only renting the land, the landlord generally cannot prevent you from removing your personal property after giving you a 30-day notice to vacate. Here are a few important points to consider:
1. Eviction process: If the landlord wants to evict you, they must follow the proper legal procedures, which typically involve filing an eviction case in court. They cannot simply lock you out or remove your property without a court order.
2. Utility shutoff: The landlord must provide proper notice before shutting off utilities, and they cannot shut off utilities as a means of forcing you to leave if you have already paid for them.
3. Personal property: As long as you own the camper and storage building, you have the right to remove them from the property within a reasonable time frame after the end of your tenancy. The landlord cannot legally prevent you from doing so.
4. Wrongful eviction: If the landlord tries to force you out or remove your property without following the proper legal process, it may be considered a "wrongful eviction," and you may have grounds for legal action.
It is recommended that you document all communications with your landlord and keep records of your rent and utility payments. If the situation escalates, consider seeking legal advice from a local attorney specializing in landlord-tenant law or contacting a local tenants' rights organization for guidance.
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